Word
infield
Phoneticsin·field
US/ˈɪnˌfiɫd/
UK/ɪnfˈiːld/
Definition
n. the area of a farm or estate that is closest to the main buildings. This land is usually the best quality and gets the most care from the farmer.
n. the area of land situated nearest to the farmstead or manor house. Historically, this land received the most intensive cultivation and regular manuring compared to more distant fields.
Examples
“The farmer planted the most valuable crops in the infield.”
“Because the infield was so close to the barn, it was the easiest area to fertilize and monitor throughout the growing season.”
“In traditional agricultural systems, the infield was kept under constant cultivation, while the outlying outfield was often left fallow for several years to recover its nutrients naturally.”
Examples
simple
“The farmer planted the most valuable crops in the infield.”
contextual
“Because the infield was so close to the barn, it was the easiest area to fertilize and monitor throughout the growing season.”
complex
“In traditional agricultural systems, the infield was kept under constant cultivation, while the outlying outfield was often left fallow for several years to recover its nutrients naturally.”
Usage
Often used in historical or technical agricultural contexts to distinguish from the 'outfield'.
Real-World Examples
“Roared on by a 25,000-strong capacity crowd at the Zurich Diamond League, the Swiss hit the final 100m almost in stride with the infield pacing lights which had been set for a world record.” “An attacking left-back, even one with as much freedom to drift infield as the Italian enjoys, shouldn’t cause that much trouble.” Domain
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